Going to sleep sober, I’ll second that 
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Ah, how lovely 
Where did all that hair come from?? Does she have wig? Did she steal yours? 
Such a cute little girlie 
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Thank you so much for you post! 
We can do this 
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Checking in for today.
I am gonna stay sober this Saturday, not tomorrow or the day after tomorrow just for today!
One day at a time we can do this.
Wish you all an amazing Saturday and make the best of it my friends!
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Oooooooooooooo that’s lots of produce there.
Wow!
Well it’s not the same thing but I’m going to make a salad on Christmas With the more refined ones, feta and parsley.
JFT no drinking.
Thinking about you, @Dazercat Just for today you are not drinking either. I’m sorry you’re feeling sad and lonely. Drinking will not help. I hope that tomorrow is better. I’m glad you recognize and can talk about how you feel. Hugs for a better day.
@Butterflymoonwoman I’m glad that you too are talking about how you feel. And what you need to do to stay strong… and sober. ODAAT
You matter!! 
Thinking about everybody on their journeys
@anon27760155 Special thoughts and hugs for you. Continuing. I will be happy to see you post.
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What are those??
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Day 88 checking in pushing towards the next big milestone was only bk in September time I had over 2 and a half years sober and I slipped went on a 3 day drink and cocaine binge I stopped doing the things that got me there meetings working the steps praying listening to podcasts reading books on recovery I stopped putting effort in I thought I was cured old behaviours started to creep in with gambling drinking non alcoholic beers being selfish and dishonest just a reminder that this is for life we don’t get a day off working on our recovery but the rewards of being sober is worth it have a good day 
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Sugar beets, used for making refined sugar.
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356 days
Week later after my fall down the stairs where I felt bruised etc, but this morning the pain I my side is agony,. The ladies I swim with are all nurses so may seek advice, strange a week later it feels worse.
So not feeling my best, but thankfully another day sober.
@vaariesga nice to hear from you, and well done on your so sobriety
Everyone, have a strong sober day 
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What a picture perfect Friday night Charlie. Your granddaughter is precious…thanks for sharing. The gifts of soberity are so great.
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Hey Eric…right on. 
Hell no to the first one. Good job on your numbers… wow!
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Day 28!
Happy Sober Saturday T. S. Family.
Up very early 4am here in Canada.
Feel like a child on Christmas morning.My boys are coming home today.,
Going to clean…grocery shop and start on the requested Lasagna my youngest has requested.
Spoke to my oldest son yesterday…he is so ready to.come home. Feel good about that.
We are going to be starting Family Counseling in the new year.
Maybe will all needed a little break. I learned I was overwhelmed. A single mom with 2 jobs…3 children at 3 different schools I was overwhelmed.
Learning to ask for help can’t do it all. Setting up bi weekly visits for the kids with their Dad. I don’t my oldest will want to go…
But giving them the option. It’s important I have little contact with him as he is still in active addiction. He is a huge trigger. People. Pleaces and things…
Praying for a wonderful day for us all. Amen.
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Great share. Thank you.
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Day 494
Lovely first day of birthday weekend. Overnight at an onsen. Happily gave sake aperitif to husband and enjoyed fancy dinner of sashimi, tempura, etc. Husband had a couple of beers and I was genuinely happy with my tea. There was a flurry of snow while I was in the open air bath, which was wonderful.
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Day 1
I will start this challenge to stay sober. I wish that I’d be able to do it.
I will try to make the best use of my day. I will make myself a cup of coffee and go through what I have to do today. 
Keep fighting 
You can always do it!
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Today, day 128, will be my first sober holiday get-together. I’m still uncertain about how I feel. Drinking has always been a big part of our Christmas celebrations. Gosh, it makes me sad to even say that. Keely is here and is so supportive that I find myself feeling silly even thinking about it. “I can do this and do it well” is about to be put on repeat in my mind.
I’m finding it helpful to keep my heart full for others. @erntedank You’ve been in my thoughts often, and I’m really glad you’re here. @Callie99 Caroline, you fill a space in my heart that I didn’t even realize was empty. I love you for that and for being my friend. @Dazercat Eric, you already know… much love to you. @Matt Thanks for your supportive and wise self. You make me think, and I appreciate your support of my sometimes nerdy self. 
And to everyone else here, you likely have little idea how much y’all carry me through. But you do. And I truly love each of you for that. 
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Yes! We are here to be happy and enjoy life again! I’m hoping to try out some yoga in the new year. I have classes available to me nearby. I think that will be a great way to enjoy January.
Have a great Sunday!
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Day 75 The grands have been up for an hour but it’s still full on midnight dark outside. We’re making the best of it by enjoying the twinkle lights and sipping hot drinks. My grandkids are the light of my life. 
@Charlie_C What a beautiful little blessing you have!
@Lotusflower Praying for peace in your family. Being a single mom is double tough. Don’t forget to take care of yourself. If the captain of the ship goes down the whole ship is in jeopardy.
@Butterflymoonwoman Have you seen this post? I found it very edifying for knowing when I’m in danger. Maybe it’ll help you too. Much love
I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend
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I missed a few daily check ins, but I am back!
My routine was thrown off by a virus I’m fighting, thankfully not COVID. Had to take a day off of work, which for a teacher means to get up early and pull together lessons that other random possible sub teachers can do in my absence. And with most of my students having extremely limited English and any of my potential sub teachers having no Spanish, well, those lessons better be pretty self-driven. It worked out ok and I’m resting this weekend to return to the classroom next week.
The hubby and I leave for our vacation this coming Wednesday, driving ourselves and our dogs from southern Wisconsin to Tybee Island, Georgia. We have a small house rented near the beach and we plan to have our very quiet Christmas there. We usually drink a lot on vacation. I won’t be drinking any alcohol and he has cut way back. Sightseeing and reading and tea and good food will be fun. I have a big list of books to get on my kindle and I’m not going to do a lick of work the whole time!
Today is day 51. I feel very fortunate to be managing this journey pretty well. Being free of alcohol has not revealed any deep depression or terrible feelings. From what I see on some other posts in these online communities, I am very fortunate to be healing well. If I came through all this and felt like shit at the end like others, I’m not sure I could maintain sobriety. I’m grateful that sobriety is improving my sleep, my patience, my anxiety, and my overall sense of happiness.
So today I get to start assembling what to bring on this trip, keep resting to get over this virus, and generally relax as we roll into Christmas.
I wish you all peace and health today.
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